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29 November, 2012

My Rustic and Cozy Christmas Mantel...Burlap and Plaid

Woo hoo! I have finally finished my mantel! This year I am combining the rustic texture of burlap with classic red plaid…love it! I have to say that nothing says Christmas to me like red and green tartan plaid!

I have already shown you my wreath…burlap and plaid with pine cone roses. It was super easy and very inexpensive, too! You will find a closer look and instructions for making ithere. If I had known how easy it was to make the pine cone roses, I would have been putting them on everything! lol

Here are the stockings I made to match…also very inexpensive since I made them from the remnants of the wreath. You can find a complete tutorial for making your own cuffed Christmas stockingshere. I love their rustic, homespun look!

Our CEO Ozzie is also fond of them since she played an essential part in their creation. Let’s just say she has a rather…er…hands on management approach!

And at last…taaa daaa!…here they are together on my mantel! I wanted a warm and cozy rustic feel for the holidays. The mantel is always the heart of my Christmas decorations and I draw all of my inspiration from it.

Here’s a closer look at the mantel. The candlesticks were Goodwill finds at less than $2.00 each. I was thinking about painting them a distressed white, but I am so glad that I hadn’t done that yet! The birch candles are after-Christmas bargains from Kohl’s last year…waaaay cheaper than the ones at Pottery Barn!

I finished it off with faux pine boughs and magnolia leaves. I have been looking for the faux magnolias for several years and finally got a head start on the Christmas shoppers this time. I bought all that they had at Hobby Lobby. I have been wanting to plant my own tree but I know I would just strip it bare every Christmas! Add a few berries and some silver ornaments for sparkle and…

…voilà! Here’s a peek at my living room…at least what I have managed to finish so far!

I love this huge basket on my coffee table! It has been so much fun to change it with the seasons! For Christmas, I have filled one of my double happiness jars with more pine, magnolias and berries and added a mossy candle stick with a plaid ribbon. I am a big fan of sheep (They are just so frenchy to me!) and this little guy is my latest addition. I have been saving him for Christmas. And…do you notice anything? Miss Kitty is hanging out on the sofa, checking out the bird feeder in the garden!

And there you have it…my burlap and plaid Christmas mantel! I am loving the rustic yet classic combination of fabrics and patterns and I have a feeling that you will be seeing more of it in the rest of my Christmas decorations! How is your decorating coming along? Are you ready?

It looks beautiful, Debbie! I love the way the whole thing flows together so nicely! Great stockings. I wanted to do new ones for us, but I want to make them {and so many other things} that I should just start in January so I can have it all ready for next year!

Debbie,This is so amazing! I would have sworn that the greenery was fresh from the yard. What a fabulous job on the stockings and wreath. I love the candlesticks, and red is the perfect color. WOW.....WOW!! Beautiful!!

I love your themes each year and this one is so pretty! With the plaid it just might be my favorite! Love all your kitty 'helpers'! I'm doing such a simple tree this year. I'm just so tired that I don't feel like I can do a big decorating! I'll be sharing soon I hope!

Debbie, I'm loving the mix of burlap, plaid, and natural elements. Your living room looks warm and cozy. Wish I were sitting there by the fire in that charming space. As for me, I've not begun. I'm still in transition mode. ;-)Happy Holidays! ~ Sarah

It's so pretty! And aren't you the clever one, buying faux magnolia leaves! They look so real. I keep joking that I wonder if someone will call the police if I'm lurking around the Lake Park with my pole pruner, trimming the magnolia trees LOL! I love everything you have done Debbie, it's just lovely. Smooches to the staff :)xo,Andrea

Beautiful, beautiful! I also love the burlap and plaid. Where did you find your lamb? I've been looking and looking for a lamb or sheep to put on the mantel at Easter for "Lamb of God". I know you are busy, but if you could respond, I'd really appreciate it.

GORGEOUS! I am doing a more rustic theme this year...and not even putting up a tree. Your mantel turned out so beautifully, love the magnolia leaves and those GREAT bargain candleholders...not to mention your adorable burlap stockings. Thanks for the inspiration!Crafty Hugs,Pendra

I'm sure Ozzie was a great helpwith the construction of yourstockings.. I have a Daisy whoalso loves to help... beautifulChristmas display and I especiallylike the Burlap being used onseveral decorations..Happy HolidaySandy

Super job! You always put things together so nicely! Your burlap stockings rock! Love the CEO assistant! That was quite the steal on those candlesticks! Good value on the candles too! I bought one that is battery operated with a chunky price tag! Your wreath looks awesome too!

What a unique and beautiful mantel you've created, Debbie--I love it! The red and green plaid is so pretty, and what a great find on those Goodwill red candle holders. I love the decorations on the coffee table as well, and as always, I love seeing your gorgeous and helpful kitties!

I love every single detail of your mantel and room! The plaid with the burlap is gorgeous and I love the magnolia leaves. The basket on the table is perfect. I wish I could use a live plant on my coffee table but it my be too tempting for my dog! Beautiful job! -Shelley

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